ICC RUSSIA Conference

For RIAC 2025 participants, the price for participation is discounted - 20%.

Use the special promo code ICC20 when registering on the event website.

The Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) will host a session that highlights how HKIAC’s 40 years of experience strengthen its position as a vital platform for connecting the diverse regions. The discussion will delve into HKIAC’s long-standing expertise and unique features over the past four decades, the latest updates to the 2024 HKIAC Rules, practical insights from arbitration cases, and perspectives from arbitrator, counsel, and user. It will also examine the evolving landscape of international arbitration and HKIAC’s role as a bridge between jurisdictions such as Russia, Asia and the Middle East, particularly in the resolution of complex cross-border disputes.

As the demand for flexible and enforceable dispute resolution grows, mediation is well-positioned to complement arbitration within the ecosystem of cross-border disputes. A raft of recent developments in practice and policy by states, international organisations, and institutions have supported the use of mediation for the settlement of commercial and investment disputes. In this panel event, the Singapore International Dispute Resolution Academy (SIDRA) examines these developments and their reception by users of different dispute resolution mechanisms.

Registration begins at 9:00 AM (Moscow time).

Israel offers strategic advantages for Russian businesses and legal professionals seeking effective international arbitration.

As a neutral and multilingual jurisdiction, Israel provides specialized arbitration expertise in key sectors such as technology, energy, and infrastructure.

Israel's professional excellence, technological advancement, and cultural synergy position Tel-Aviv as a premier destination for international arbitration involving Russian businesses and law firms.

In this event, we will explore the main benefits and practical advantages for Russian businesses choosing Israel as their arbitration venue.

In recent years, states have redefined their approach to investment treaties, seeking to strike a better balance between investor protection and their right to regulate in the public interest by including stronger provisions on the right to regulate. States are also asserting greater control over treaty interpretation, using joint interpretative declarations to guide arbitral tribunals and prevent the interpretation contrary to the parties’ intentions.

UNCITRAL Working Group III plays an important role in these efforts. The Working Group is leading an ISDS reform to enhance the consistency, correctness, predictability, and coherence of arbitral awards and to strengthen the legitimacy of the ISDS system. Among the elements of the reform, the Working Group is considering provisions on the right to regulate, counterclaims, and interpretation mechanisms as key tools to rebalance investment treaties and give states sufficient freedom to regulate in the public interest and hold investors accountable for possible violations.

During the event, renowned expert practitioners will explore these mechanisms and the creation of a more balanced dispute resolution framework for both states and investors.

Disputes in Western forums: winning strategies for Russian parties conference inviting speakers from Western jurisdictions, which used to be the traditional forum for resolving disputes involving Russian companies.

The aim of the conference is to show that many Russian companies whose arbitration and prorogation clauses refer to Western forums can defend their interests in arbitration despite the current, largely «negative», information background.

The invited experts will also share their experience in resolving the practical issues they face when representing Russian companies.

• Tatyana Neveeva – attorney-at-law, LL.M, managing partner, VERBA LEGAL
• Anton Alifanov – attorney-at-law, LL.M, сounsel, VERBA LEGAL
• Michael Swainston – King’s Counsel, Brick Court Chambers
• Abhinav Bhushan – Director (Foreign Law), Dispute Resolution, Drew & Napier
• Andreas Schregenberger, attorney-at-law, LL.M, Gabriel Arbitration

Is it possible to expect compensation in investment arbitration? Why do the amounts claimed often differ significantly from the amounts awarded? And to what extent do arbitrations really protect investors' interests?

We invite legal counsels and business representatives to a debate concerning the investors' prospects in disputes with states. You will enjoy a lively exchange of arguments, practical examples and discussion of controversial issues from different points of view - from damage assessment to final payments.

We are delighted to invite you to our first event in Russia hosted by the international law firm Laborde Law with offices in Paris, Dubai and Belgrade. This panel discussion will offer expert insights into Investor-State Dispute Settlement, focusing on its operation in East-West disputes. 

We invite participants to join us at the Four Seasons Hotel or online via Zoom. 

The event is going to be held in English.

 Moderator:

• Gustavo Laborde, Founding Partner (Laborde Law)

Speakers:

• Vladimir Khvalei, Partner (Mansors)
• Other speakers shall be announced soon

Agenda:

• Panel Discussion: Leading experts will discuss the changing role of ISDS in East-West disputes, exploring the impact of the shifting geopolitical landscape on investor-State disputes, and discuss how investors and states can effectively navigate these challenges to resolve disputes and protect their interests.   
• Q&A Session: Following the panel, we will open the floor for a Q&A session where attendees can engage with the panelists and delve deeper into key topics.
• Cocktail Reception: After the formal sessions, join us for a cocktail reception to network with professionals from the legal, business, and arbitration fields.

SIAC Presents

Navigating International Dispute Resolution in a Changing World:

An SIAC Perspective | Fireside Chat and a Panel Discussion

The Carlton, Moscow

Programme

1330 - 1400 | Registration & Refreshment

1400 - 1410 | Opening Address by Ms Charlene Chang, Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Law, Singapore

1410 - 1500 | The New SIAC Rules and SIAC’s Experience with Russia-related Cases

Moderator:

- Mr Jay Shin, Head, SIAC North East Asia

Speaker:

- Mr Yee Leong Chong, Deputy Chairman, Board, SIAC; Partner, Allen & Gledhill

- Mr Dmitry Dyakin, Member, Court, SIAC; Partner, Dyakin, Gortsunyan & Partners

- Mr Vivekananda Neelakantan, Registrar, SIAC

1500 - 1600 | Panel Discussion: Beyond Uncertainty: Shaping the Future of Dispute Resolution in Russia

Moderator:

- TBC

Speaker:

- TBC

1600 - 1700 | Networking Session with Drinks [TBC]

In the past few years, we’ve seen a rise in disputes related to contract terminations in energy projects, particularly in EPC and long-term agreements. Whether it’s delays, cost overruns, or force majeure claims, contract enforcement remains a contentious issue.

Key Discussion Points:

• Common grounds for contract termination in major energy projects
• When does a termination lead to legitimate claims vs. unnecessary escalation?
• How developers and contractors manage disputes over liquidated damages, delays, and performance failures
• The impact of sanctions, force majeure, and regulatory risks on contract enforcement
• Lessons from recent arbitration cases on wrongful termination

ALUMNI Partners is delighted to invite you to an exclusive evening with a unique lecture dedicated to international cooperation in the Viking Age and the formation of the Ancient Russian State and a fascinating guided tour of one of the most authentic and stunning centers of Russian history and archaeology in the heart of Moscow – the State Historical Museum. We invite you to step back in time and understand how international relations and trade led to the emergence of Russia in the 8th–11th centuries AD, and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of adventure, battles, archaeology and Russian culture. Simultaneous translation into English will be provided.

The event is dedicated to interaction with arbitrators in the current geopolitical realities. Speakers will talk about their approaches to selecting and vetting arbitrators, as well as the current practice of challenging arbitrators on the grounds of political bias. We will discuss specific ways to verify conflicts of interest, modern interpretation of the standards of independence and impartiality, statistics of arbitral institutions on challenges and recusal, and provide real practical recommendations on how to form a neutral independent tribunal that will be able to impartially consider a dispute involving the Russian side and render a fair judgement.

Amid the shifting international landscape, the role of economic sanctions has taken on renewed urgency—affecting not only political relations but also the very fabric of cross-border investments. This session brings together two eminent experts, Bernardo Cremades (one of the most sought-after arbitrators in the world) and Koorosh Ameli (former judge of the Iran-United States Claims Tribunal), to explore the complex interplay between sanctions regimes and investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS).

By drawing from high-profile cases and firsthand experience, our speakers will unpack the evolving parameters of international law, from the legitimacy of unilateral sanctions to the lessons learned in complex post-conflict frameworks. Participants will gain insight into navigating the new reality of arbitral disputes shaped by geopolitical tension, while exploring the resilience of investment law in the face of sanctions and extraordinary state measures.

We invite participants to join us at the Carlton Hotel, Moscow.

The event is going to be held in English. Interpretation into Russian will be available upon request.

Speakers include:

• Bernardo M. Cremades, Senior Partner (B. Cremades y Asociados)
• Koorosh H. Ameli, Judge (Ameli International Arbitration)
• Sergey Alekhin, Partner (E L W I)

Winemaking in Russia started many centuries ago and has had ups and downs. In 1900 Russian sparkling wine won the Grand Prix in Paris, beating French champagne. We'll learn about André Chelistcheff, a Russian aristocrat who became America's leading winemaker “The Maestro”.

We invite RIAC participants to join Russian Wine Testing, hold by Forward Legal law firm. With Alexandra Arshakuni, member of the Russian sommelier association, teacher at WineState wine school and expert on Russian wines, we'll discuss and taste some of the most interesting Russian wines, which have been highly rated at Russian and international competitions, and we will also taste wine that is served at President Putin's dinners.

There are significant growth of China-Russia relations in trade, business, and other spheres, the rules, practice and development, arbitration enforcement in Russia and China will be increasingly important for business.

Seminar /Roundtable focused on actual international arbitration law and practice in Belarus, impact of foreign sanctions and application of Belarusian anti-sanction measures, recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards

We invite you to a unique panel discussion amongst young arbitration practitioners on opportunities and challenges they encounter through practicing arbitration in different jurisdictions. This event will provide a platform for the exchange of experience and knowledge between young professionals from Europe, Asia and Middle East.

The event will explore modern tools and approaches to enhance the efficiency of international arbitration. Invited speakers will discuss how technological advancements, soft law, and innovative dispute resolution mechanisms can improve the effectiveness, accessibility, and adaptability of international arbitration.

The event will facilitate dialogue between legal professionals and technology innovators to make arbitration faster, more accessible, and better adapted to the challenges of a rapidly evolving global economy, technological progress, and the needs of disputing parties.

Moderator: Dmitry Kaysin, Advocate, Ph.D. in Law, LL.M, Partner, Co-Head of Dispute Resolution Practice, Asari Legal

Featured Speakers:

1. Varvara Voynova, Advocate, Counsel, Asari Legal - "Digitalization and AI in International Arbitration"

2. Roman Zykov, Ph.D. in Law, LL.M, Secretary General, Russian Arbitration Association (RAA) - "Prague Rules and Efficient Management of Arbitral Proceedings"

3. Edmund J Kronenburg, Advocate & Solicitor (Singapore), Solicitor (England & Wales), LL.B, Managing Partner, Braddell Brothers LLP – “Proactive Strategies to Streamline Arbitration: Expert Meetings & Joint Reports, Mid-Stream CMCs, and Post-Hearing Procedures”

4. Nikita Pavlov, CEO, Zero eDiscovery - "Artificial Intelligence for Electronic Document Review in International Arbitration"

5. Andreas Schregenberger, attorney-at-law, LL.M, Gabriel Arbitration – "Greener Arbitrations between Efficiency and Efficacy"

UPPERCASE LEGAL invites you to a panel discussion involving in-house lawyers from the Russian companies from banking and oil and gas sectors and counsel of the main UAE arbitration centre. The discussion will be focused on the mutual recognition and enforcement of court judgments and arbitral awards and developments of the UAE arbitration system.

Russian Women in Arbitration (RWA) and Ivanyan and Partners are pleased to invite you to immerse yourself into the enchanting atmosphere of the 18th century at our joint event held at the House of the Muravyov-Apostols, the manor of nobility built in the classicism style. The House has a rich history: it survived the Fire of Moscow (1812), became home to members of Decembrists’ societies and endured difficult times in the 1990s.

The event program includes a panel discussion to be held in the Ballroom of the House. During the panel discussion, speakers will discuss the preliminary results of RWA’s survey on the appointment of arbitrators in disputes related to Russia. This type of survey has not been conducted for several years, so you will have a unique opportunity to gain insights into how Russian arbitration practitioners approach the appointment of arbitrators in international disputes today and whether anything has changed in recent years.

After the panel discussion, there will be a cozy reception in the Pink Drawing Room of the House, traditionally used for gatherings of this kind, where you will be offered food and refreshments.

Joint Panel Discussions will be held by LEVEL Legal Services and Brevia Law Office with the support of Rajah&Tann.

Joint Panel Discussions will be held by LEVEL Legal Services and Brevia Law Office with the support of Rajah&Tann.

The system of international investment arbitration, established under international investment protection agreements, is in a state of flux, facing numerous challenges amid geopolitical tensions. States that were traditionally seen as exporting investments and relied on investment treaties to protect their investors are increasingly defending claims brought against them.

In the framework of the networking event, we invite representatives of arbitral institutions from around the world to share experience and join efforts in digitalization of the dispute administration process. Speakers will not only describe their digital transformation and the challenges faced in implementing new solutions, but also look for grounds for mutual cooperation in the field. 

EPAM Law is pleased to invite you to the Open Session "Navigating Parallel Proceedings in Arbitration: Strategic and Legal Challenges". This session will explore both practical and legal approaches to managing the risks associated with concurrent arbitral and court proceedings across multiple jurisdictions. Among the confirmed speakers are representatives of such international arbitration forums as SIAC, HKIAC, and IIAC, as well as the leading experts of International Arbitration and Litigation practice at EPAM Law.

Join us for a seminar on the latest developments in Chinese international arbitration, covering key aspects such as recent reforms in Chinese arbitration law, the evolving arbitration framework, procedural innovations, and the growth of arbitration institutions. This event will provide valuable insights into how China’s arbitration system is adapting to global trends, enhancing efficiency, and strengthening its role in international dispute resolution.

Public talk followed by an openair reception on a rooftop terrace in the heart of Moscow

Keynote guest speaker - Professor Dr. Maja Stanivuković

Moderator - Dr. Roman Bevzenko, Senior Legal Counsel, Lansky, Ganzger and Partners

We invite you to a morning yoga class. This is a great opportunity to combine business with pleasure: strengthen your body and spirit, and make new acquaintances in the professional environment.

We invite you to one of the most exciting sports events of the legal community in Moscow – Moscow Legal Run 2025.